Country Facts:
France vs. New Zealand
Learn about the similarities and differences between France and New Zealand by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
France vs. New Zealand - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of France is 210 026 mi², while the surface area of New Zealand is 104 428 mi². This means that the area of France is 101% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
France has a coastline of 3 015.5 mi, while New Zealand has a coastline of 9 403.8 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in France is Paris, with a population of about 2 241 350 people. In contrast, the largest city in New Zealand is Auckland, where the population is 440 710.
Highest peak
The highest peak in France is Mont Blanc, its height is 15 781 ft. The highest peak in New Zealand is Aoraki/Mount Cookin the South Island, which rises to a height of 12 218 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In France, the highest temperature ever measured was 111.4°F and was recorded in Conqueyrac / Saint-Christol-les-Ales, while in New Zealand the highest temperature was 108.3°F and was recorded in Rangiora, Canterbury and Jordan, Marlborough.
Lowest recorded temperature
In France, the lowest temperature ever measured was -41.8°F and was recorded in Mouthe, Doubs, while in New Zealand, the lowest temperature was -14.1°F and was recorded in Ranfurly, Central Otago.
Society
France vs. New Zealand - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of France is about 65 273 511, while New Zealand is home to 4 822 233 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 82.4 years in France and 82.3 years in New Zealand.
Average age
The average age is 41.7 years in France and 37.2 years in New Zealand.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.33% in France and 1.28% in New Zealand.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in France and 99.0% in New Zealand.
Language
In France, the main language is French, and in New Zealand the primary language is English, Maori.
Religion
In France, the main religion is Christianity; in New Zealand, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
France: 46 712 Int$. New Zealand: 44 213 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in France: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E). Electricity in New Zealand: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: I).
Driving side
France has right-hand traffic, New Zealand has left-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: France - June, July, August; New Zealand - January, February, December.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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